Gilbert Moyer Puckett
May 8, 1921 ~ October 4, 2010
Visitation:
The family will receive Friends on Monday, October 11, 2010 from 6:00-8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD. Interment will be on October 20, 2010, at 11:00AM in the Sherwood Burial Park, Salem, VA.
Gilbert Moyer Puckett, 89, of Mechanicsville, MD died October 4, 2010 in Leonardtown, MD. Born May 8, 1921 in Copper Hill, VA, he was the son of the late Cleveland Thomas and Lelia King Puckett. Mr. Puckett was the loving husband of the late Ida Elizabeth Puckett whom he married on July 15, 1955 in Clearwater, FL. Mr. Puckett is survived by his daughters; Lisa Miller of Mechanicsville, MD, Brenda Kingery of Salem, VA, Carolyn Bowman of Asheville, NC, and Sandy Williams of Leicester, NC, as well as 9 grandchildren: John Harold Miller, and Elizabeth Hope Wright of Mechanicsville, MD, Tony Oliver of Summerville, SC, Cathy Oliver of Goose Creek, SC, Aaron L. Miller of Hanover, PA, Adam J. Miller of Germany,( U.S. Army) Mitchell Medford of Lenoir, NC, John Williams of Decatur, GA, Susanne Welch of Acworth, GA. He is also survived by 8 great-grandchildren; Mayson Moyer Magill, Todd Oliver, Emily Oliver, Lauren McCarson, Tyler Miller, Breanna Miller, Xena Miller, and Blake Welch as well as a great-great granddaughter Marah Medford. He was also preceded in death by his granddaughter Robin Medford of Asheville, NC, as well as his sister Valeria Moran of Salem, VA. Mr. Puckett graduated from Lewis Gale High School in 1938. Mr. Puckett was a Staff Sergeant in the United States Army for 10 years and retired from the United States Air Force in 1966 after serving 20 years. He then was employed by the Veterans Administration for 14 years. He served in World War II seeing action South Africa, England, Paris, and Italy. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans and enjoyed watching football, baseball, and listening to music. The family will receive friends on Monday, October 11, 2010 from 6:00-8:00PM, in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD. Interment will be on October 20, 2010 in the Sherwood Burial Park, Salem, VA at 11:00AM.
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“The manerism & pleasantaries that he gave to the people that knew him will forever be missed, we can only hope he has gone to a better place.”
“Our deepest sympathy to the Miller family…Our hearts go out to you. May you find comfort in all the wonderful memories you can share of the time you had with your dad and grandfather. Love, Charlie and Liz”
“Handsome in face, manly in form but most beautiful in spirit he will truly be missed.”
“Dear Lisa, Harry and Family, We were so saddened to hear of Gil’s passing…I remember times shared with him and his wonderful wit. We were blessed to have met him and he will always hold a special place in our hearts. Love to all from all our family “
“Thinking of you in your time of loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you. May there be comfort in knowing that someone so special will never be forgotten. “
“To The Family, Death leaves a heartache No one can Heal, Love leaves memory No one can steal. With Deepest Sympathy. “
“Lisa, Harry,and family we are truley saddened to hear about your loss. Please know if that you need anything we are just a phone call away. God bless you.”
“I am so sorry we cannot be there with you during this time. But please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. He will be greatly missed,and always remembered. Our Love to you all.”
“May God bless and hold Mr. Gilbert close to Him. We know that Mr. Gilbert will be watching over us, smiling, and keeping us all safe.”
“Dear Harry, Lisa, John and family,There are times when the right words just don’t exist. It is so hard to lose a Dad and Grandad. Gil’s was such an endearing man. It was always a pleasure to be in his company. We are praying that all of you find some peace and comfort in knowing so many are thinking and praying for you. With the support of family and friends, we pray that this sad time eases into treasured memories of the joy you found in sharing life with Gil. Our love to all of you. “
“Lisa, Harry and Puckectt family, I am so sorry to hear of your Dads passing. My heart goes out to you in this time of sadness. He will be in your hearts forever, just like my Julie and Dad! Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Much Love and many warm hugs, Linnea, Emma, and all of the Marquis'”
“As difficult as this time is for you, may you find comfort in knowing your loved one will always be with you, and the memories you shared will be a part of your life forever. We love you! “
“”We never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.” -Leo Buscaglia Lisa, Harry, John and Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Please know how much you are loved and how deeply your loss is felt by all. “
“Our heartfelt sorrow goes out to the Miller family. We count ourselves blessed to have met such a kind and gentle man. Love, Dirk and Ingrid”